Morabito attached to the Parish Church of Alvor

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Faro > Portimão > Alvor > Vila da Praia

Morabito annexed to Alvor's Main Church

An Islamic architectural treasure

11th-12th Centuries

A rare Muslim heritage in Portugal

Religious Transformation

From a Muslim site to a chapel of Alvor's Main Church

Unique Architecture

Quadrangular plan, Arab influence and Manueline touches

Discreet Location

It is located in the side chapel of Alvor's Main Church, access is through the sacristy, providing a unique experience

Historical Journey

Explore the Arab presence in Portugal

Cultural Destination

Understand the evolution of the region over the centuries

Muslim Heritage

A must-see point of interest

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt